Pretty Smooth
""To Know her is to lose your heart. your watch & chain, too.""
Originally released in 1919. Pretty Smooth is a crime/comedy film. directed by Rollin S. Sturgeon. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Priscilla Dean, Francis McDonald, and Gertrude Astor
Synopsis
Gertie Jones, known among other thieves as "The Chatterbox" because she talks to herself while she works, becomes a rich woman's French maid after learning about her employer's $40,000 diamond necklace. To cover up the scratches left by her tools after she unsuccessfully tries to open the safe containing the necklace, Gertie telephones the police to report an attempted burglary. Jimmy Hartigan, a famous thief, arrives and after he and Gertie fall in love at first sight, he is arrested.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 16, 1919
106 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pretty Smooth about?
Gertie Jones, known among other thieves as "The Chatterbox" because she talks to herself while she works, becomes a rich woman's French maid after learning about her employer's $40,000 diamond neck...
Who directed Pretty Smooth?
Pretty Smooth was directed by Rollin S. Sturgeon.
How long is Pretty Smooth?
Pretty Smooth has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Pretty Smooth released?
Pretty Smooth was released on June 16, 1919 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Pretty Smooth?
The main cast of Pretty Smooth includes Priscilla Dean, Francis McDonald, Gertrude Astor, George A. McDaniel, Walt Whitman.